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  The Age of American Unreason

  Susan Jacoby

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  Combining historical analysis with contemporary observation, Susan Jacoby dissects a new American cultural phenomenon-one that is at odds with our heritage of Enlightenment reason and with modern, secular knowledge and science. With mordant wit, Jacoby surveys an antirationalist landscape extending from pop culture to a pseudo-intellectual universe of "junk thought." Disdain for logic and evidence defines a pervasive malaise fostered by the mass media, triumphalist religious fundamentalism, mediocre public education, a dearth of fair-minded public intellectuals on the right and the left, and, above all, a lazy and credulous public.Jacoby offers an unsparing indictment of the American addiction to infotainment-from television to the Web-and cites this toxic dependency as the major element distinguishing our current age of unreason from earlier outbreaks of American anti-intellectualism and antirationalism. With reading on the decline and scientific and historical illiteracy on the rise, an increasingly ignorant public square is dominated by debased media-driven language and received opinion. At this critical political juncture, nothing could be more important than recognizing the "overarching crisis of memory and knowledge" described in this impassioned, tough-minded book, which challenges Americans to face the painful truth about what the flights from reason has cost us as individuals and as a nation.

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  I HEAR YOU - Rules and Advice to...

  ANNETTE ROSE

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  Many divorces or relationship breakdowns are predictable, and there's often a chance to salvage the connection.  
  With "I HEAR YOU," divorce becomes an unnecessary option. This meticulously planned book offers relationship strategies, techniques, and activities supported by scientific studies, bringing balance, happiness, and fun back into your marriage. 
  The chapters cover crucial topics like family relationships, conflict resolution, and more. 
  You'll discover:What Marriage is and what it is notComplicated Relationship typesConsequences of redefining marriage/relationshipMarital conflict and how to resolve themProven strategies and techniques in strengthen relationshipCommunication Importance in marriageTips for men growing intimacy in marriageHow to communicate with one’s partnerOvercoming selfishness in marriage And many more... 
  Revitalize your relationship with Annette Rose's "I HEAR YOU" audiobook. Gain proven strategies, balance, and lasting love. Elevate your connection—grab your copy for a fulfilling relationship today!

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  Freedom of Speech -...

  David L. Hudson

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  Free speech lies at the heart of our American identity. The Founding Fathers enshrined this right in the first 45 words of the Bill of Rights. But what does the First Amendment really mean? How have views of its provisions evolved since 1791? The First Amendment grants us freedom of religion and the press, as well as the rights to petition and peaceful assembly. But perhaps no doctrine is as important to liberty as the freedom of speech. In this 12-lecture audio course, First Amendment expert Professor David L. Hudson, Jr., leads you on a gripping tour of free speech law in the United States. Holding it up as a blueprint for personal liberty, you will examine the history of the First Amendment as well as the terminology and theories that undergird it. Freedom of speech encompasses all manner of expression, both verbal and non-verbal. Through a close reading of the Free Speech Clause and a recap of the Founding Fathers’ historical moment, you''ll see why it was and continues to be a cornerstone of American culture. In five hours, this succinct and brilliantly-taught course gives you the opportunity to comprehend the historical, legal, and philosophical basis for one of your most vital rights. You will better understand current free speech debates and gain valuable insight into the First Amendment''s future.This course is part of the Learn25 Collection.

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  Covid-19 the pandemic - its...

  M.D. Abhishek Bhagat

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  “I don’t really see us eradicating [SARS-COV-2).” – Anthony Fauci 
  “Financially, 2020 will go down as the worst year in the history of aviation.” – Alexandre de Juniac, the International Air Transport Association’s Director General and CEO 
  Inspired by recent events, COVID-19 The Pandemic helps answer many questions about the outbreak that has affected our everyday lives. Drawing from his years of experience as a physician and a researcher, Dr. Bhagat investigates cutting-edge research and hundreds of scientific papers to compile the best, evidence-based information about the pandemic.Discover how the pandemic originated leading to the largest global quarantine known to mankindWhy this pandemic is far from overWhen can we realistically expect a widely available, effective, and safe vaccineHow COVID-19 battered the economy and how your job could be at riskWhy some leaders failed while others succeeded in their handling of the outbreakHow we can prevent future pandemics from occurringHow will COVID-19 related changes impact you in the near future 
  If you want to want to discover how COVID-19 has affected millions of people worldwide and how it will impact you in the near future, then this audiobook is for you.

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  Tracing Your Welsh Ancestors - A...

  Beryl Evans

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  Few previous publications have focused on Welsh family history, and none have provided a comprehensive guide to the genealogical information available and where to find it. That is why the publication of Beryl Evans's new Welsh family history handbook is such a significant event in the field. Her detailed, accessible, authoritative guide will be essential reading and reference for anyone who is eager to research ancestors from Wales. She describes the key archival sources and shows how the development of new technology, the internet in particular, has made them so much easier to explore. Drawing on her long experience of family history work, she gives clear practical advice on how to start a research project, and she sketches in the outlines of Welsh history, Welsh surnames and place-names and the Welsh language. But the main body of her book is devoted to identifying the variety of sources researchers can consult  the archive repositories, including The National Library of Wales, civil records of all kinds, the census, parish registers, wills, the records of churches, chapels, schools, businesses, tax offices and courts, and the wide range of printed records. Beryl Evans's handbook will be a basic text for researchers of Welsh descent and for anyone who is keen to learn about Welsh history

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  Beyond Contempt - How Liberals...

  Erica Etelson

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  A guide to productive dialogue across ideological divides with practical tools for building trust, defusing hostility, and approaching hot-button topics. 
   
  With the election of President Biden, many liberals thought that the world of political discourse would somehow go back to normal. But the continued extremism of Republican politicians and conservative pundits has only stoked the flames of progressive disdain in ways that make it harder than ever to engage in civil debate. 
   
   
   
  In Beyond Contempt, Erica Etelson shows us how to communicate effectively across the political divide without soft-pedaling our beliefs—or playing into the hands of divisive politicians. Using Powerful Non-Defensive Communication skill sets, we can express ourselves in ways that inspire open-minded consideration instead of triggering defensive reactions. With detailed instruction and helpful examples, Etelson demonstrates how we can open hearts and minds in unexpected ways.

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